5 days of gastronomic experiences and travels in Ingushetia, Ossetia and Chechnya. In each region you will be able to taste a special dish and visit amazing places.
The most delicate tortillas with potatoes, cottage cheese and pumpkin that simply melt in your mouth, delicious chunk of cornmeal, Ossetian pies, kebabs, dumplings — and all this to the accompaniment of the purest mountain air, crystal clear drinking water and unforgettable views! Reliable, sensitive and attentive support from our staff is attached, as always.
Location
Russia, Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
Russia, Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
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Tour highlights
Gastronomy of the Caucasus
Let's try the cuisine of different regions and find the most favorite dish
The City of the Dead
We will visit the abandoned village of Dargavs and the ancient necropolis of the 14th-18th centuries.
Caucasian nature
We will see the mountains, enjoy nature, taste environmentally friendly products and water
Itinerary
Day 1 -
Meeting
Meeting of the group at Vladikavkaz airport in Beslan or Magas airport in Nazran.
Group transfer from 12:00-13:00.
14:00 Lunch.
15:30 Guided tour of the lowlands of Ingushetia.
Visit to the Memorial of Memory and Glory complex, dedicated to the main memorable dates and events of Ingushetia.
Visit to the ethnographic museum in the Tower of Consent, the tallest tower in Ingushetia with an observation deck.
Departure to Vladikavkaz.
Wine tasting (for an additional fee – 2000 rubles for 1 person, for a group of 10 people or more).
Check-in at the Planet Lux Hotel in Vladikavkaz.
19:00-20:00 Dinner.
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Day 2 -
Tour of mountainous Ingushetia
08:00-09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure with things to mountainous Ingushetia.
09:00 Guided tour of mountainous Ingushetia:
The Assinsky Gorge is not just a canyon, but one of the most scenic routes in the North Caucasus.;
The Erzya Nature Reserve, whose name translates as "eagle", is located in two districts of Ingushetia — Sunzhensky and Dzheyrakhsky.;
Targim— refers to the castle—type tower settlements, which were built in the XV-XVII centuries.;
Khamkhi — the tower buildings of which have a severe monumental appearance, are perched on a steep rocky slope.
The Thaba-Yerdy Temple is one of the oldest early Christian temples in Ingushetia, most likely built in the eighth century AD.;
Vnushkiis the winner of the "7 Wonders of Russia" contest;
The Egikal is one of the largest medieval tower complexes.
13:00-14:00 Lunch.
Continuation of the tour:
The Ceylomsky pass offers an unforgettable view of the main rocky Caucasian ridge, Mount Kazbek and the Targim basin.;
The Erzi Tower Complexis one of the largest tower complexes in Ingushetia. It was here that the famous bronze eagle, dating back to the 8th century, was discovered in the 19th century.
Check-in in the main building of the Armkhi LOCK, if there are no places: in the buildings "Chaika", "Turk" or apartments in Armkhi.
19:00-20:00 Dinner.
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Day 3 -
Sightseeing tour of Ossetia
08:00-09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Departure with things to Ossetia.
Sightseeing tour of the most significant and memorable places of Ossetia: Dargavs, or as it is called in another way - "The City of the Dead", has been one of the main attractions of the republic for many years, attracting the attention of tourists.
The place of Sergey Bodrov's death is the Karmadon gorge.
Where, as a result of the glacier's descent, the village of Verkhny Karmadon was completely destroyed.
The Fiagdon gorge.
Here, a Fiagdon roars through the wild rocks overgrown with pines.
This section of the gorge is called "Kadargavan" (forest pass).
Tourists here like to take beautiful photos on a swing over a precipice, as well as to contemplate the surroundings with snow caps, sitting on a bench right on the edge of the gorge.
After a short rest, you will go to a place shrouded in myths and legends – the ancient tower of Kurt and Tag.
A master class on cooking Ossetian pies (optional, an additional fee of 1,500 rubles per person for a group of 6 people or more).
15:00 Lunch.
16:00 Vladikavkaz city tour.
Check-in at the Planet Lux Hotel (an alternative to the Imperial Hotel or an equivalent substitute).
19:00-20:00 Dinner.
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Day 4 -
Grozny City Tour
8:00-09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
9:00 Departure with things to Grozny.
10:30 Grozny City Tour:
The Church of St. Michael the Archangel.An architectural monument of the 19th century, one of the oldest buildings in Grozny. Founded by the Terek Cossacks in 1868, it was built of natural stone for almost 30 years on donations and was dedicated to the patron saint of warriors, Archangel Michael.
The Heart of Chechnya Mosque is one of the largest mosques in the world. This is not only a place of worship for all professing Islam, but also one of the main attractions of the Chechen capital.
Grozny City is a complex of high-rise buildings in Grozny, located in the city center.
Flower Park, popularly known as "Park of Wonders" and "Lovers Park", is one of the most popular places in Grozny.
2:30 p.m. Lunch.
Check-in at the Nokhcho Star Hotel (alternative to Edelweiss, Berkat).
The English Castle, built in the 1920s in the Zavodsky district of Grozny by order of the British oil company Shell, has become a true architectural gem of the city in a short time.
Originally built as an oil research institute building, it is now known as the "English Castle in Grozny."
Impressive walls and towers, exquisite decor and many historical objects inside the castle create an atmosphere of adventure and mystery.
Each guest will be able to walk through the corridors and halls that bring the imagination to life and take them back to the era of knights and princesses.
Shawls.
The mosque "Pride of Muslims".
The mosque in the city of Shali is considered the largest Muslim prayer building in the European part of Eurasia.
30,000 people can pray in the building at the same time, and up to 70,000 more in the area adjacent to the mosque.
Return to the hotel.
19:00-20:00 Dinner.
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Day 5 -
Transfer to Grozny airport
08:00-09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out from the hotel.
Airport transfer (extra charge) Yandex.Taxi (Grozny Airport Hotel 300 rubles per car)
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Accommodation
Accommodation
Hotel
4 nights
Comfort
Midscale
Upscale
The tour includes accommodation in hotels.
The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation and date, RUB.:
The cost of the tour for double occupancy (dbl, twin)
The cost of the tour for single occupancy (single)
The cost of the tour for children under 10 years old with additional and basic accommodation
57 000
65 000
51 300
In the absence of a couple to move in, the tourist makes an additional payment for single occupancy.
The Planet Lux Hotel 2 nights
The hotel is located in a historic building in the center of Vladikavkaz, a 5-minute walk from Spartak Stadium and Komsomolsky Park.
The bright rooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There are toiletries in the bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.
Vladikavkaz Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. Vladikavkaz Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
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The Armkhi Hotel or Seagull 1 night
The Armkhi Hotel
The Armkhi resort is located in picturesque mountainous Ingushetia, surrounded by protected nature and historical architectural monuments — this creates a special atmosphere of immersion in the past. People have been coming here to improve their health since the 1920s: walks through the pine grove, various medical procedures and spa services help guests recover.
The Armkhi Hotel stands in a pine forest above the Dzheyrakh gorge. There are accommodation options for every taste and budget: the main building offers comfort rooms with or without mountain views, the Turk building offers standard rooms, and the Chaika Hotel offers economy and standard rooms.
The Armkhi Cafe is located at the hotel: if you have chosen a breakfast, full board or wellness rate, you will find a morning buffet.
The resort area is equipped with everything necessary for a relaxing stay: there is a wellness center, a Finnish sauna, outdoor and indoor pools with spring water, a conference room and a tour desk. It offers Wi—Fi in all areas and a variety of entertainment options.
The standard double room is equipped with two single beds, a desk, a chair and a bedside table. The spacious bathroom has everything for a comfortable stay: a washbasin, cosmetics for a shower and a bathtub. The room also has a TV, dishes and slippers.
The special pride of the resort is the clean spring water from the healing spring, which flows directly from the tap in every room. And so that guests do not miss any opportunities for recreation and entertainment, each room contains an information folder with a description of the resort's services and available excursions.
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Another option
Seagull
Chaika Ingushetia Hotel is located in Armkhi Village, 34 km from Spartak Republican Stadium. It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor pool and a bar. There is direct access to the ski slopes, a ski pass sales point, as well as a shared lounge and garden. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Guests can make use of a shared kitchen and a currency exchange office.
Each room has a desk. There is a private bathroom with a shower and slippers, and some rooms at Chaika Ingushetia Hotel have a seating area. Towels and bed linen are provided in all rooms.
A continental breakfast is served at the Chaika Ingushetia Hotel.
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Nokhcho Star Hotel or The Edelweiss Hotel or 1 night
Nokhcho Star Hotel
The hotel is located in the center of Grozny. Wi-Fi and car parking services are provided. The rooms include ergonomic furniture, a storage space, a work desk, air conditioning, an electric kettle and a TV.
There is a private bathroom with a bathrobe, hairdryer and slippers. Due to its convenient location, there are many cafes, fast food restaurants, canteens, as well as bars and pubs nearby.
The distance to the airport is 7.4 km. You can get to the Grozny railway station in just 6 minutes by car. The National Museum, Akhmat Kadyrov Square and the Heart of Chechnya Mosque are within walking distance.
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Another option
The Edelweiss Hotel
Edelweiss Grozny is a modern 4* hotel in the center of Grozny. Convenient location, well-developed infrastructure and ideal conditions for the accommodation of athletes, tourists and guests of the city of Grozny.
Our hotel offers 47 comfortable rooms of various categories, made in a modern design.
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Another option
Berkat Hotel
It is located in the central part of the city of Grozny. There is a picturesque park with a fountain around the hotel. All rooms have a bathroom, TV and air conditioning.
A buffet breakfast is served. Cafes and shops are also within walking distance.
The Colosseum Sports hall is nearby, and the Heart of Chechnya Mosque is a 15-minute walk away. The railway station is an 8—minute drive away, and Grozny Airport is a 14-minute drive away.
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Tour conditions
Group
up to 16 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Republic of North Ossetia — Alania, Vladikavkaz
Included in price
meals (full board);
sightseeing transfer;
group transfer from the airport;
guided tours;
accommodation in hotels.
Paid extra
air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz airport (Beslan)/ Magas Airport (Nazran) and back from Grozny;
medical insurance;
swimming pool and gym;
environmental fee to the Erzi Nature Reserve (200 rubles);
entrance tickets to the necropolis in Dargavs (150 rubles);
entrance tickets to Grozny City (200 rubles);
transfer to the airport (approximately 300 rubles per car);
horseback riding;
personal expenses.
It's important to know
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour.
You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Additional medical insurance is not included in the price of the tour.
The tour was excellently organized — the guides and drivers were true professionals and genuinely friendly :) The small group size was a big plus, making everything more comfortable and personal. The company itself was great to deal with and had a fun, positive vibe :D
We really liked all the hotels we stayed in — all of them were high quality and well-chosen.
I would absolutely recommend this tour!